ISM Code: sistema gestão integrada, certificações e normas ISO

Abstract

This work is to analyze the reaso ns that led to the creation of the ISM CODE and its development over time since it came into force; analyze the objectives of the Code; Identify certifications obtained so that vessels comply with the i mplementation of the ISM CODE; A nalyze and explain the principles of the Safety Management System (SMS) in shipping companies; analyze how ISM CODE being employed and propose new ways of how to ensure safety on board. It is known that companies in the sector are unceasingly striving to prevent and reduce acci dents, seeking strength and excellence in the market. To this end, companies have had to adapt to the ISM Code, by Classification Societies and the SOLAS Convention, which served as a form of IMO disclose it. Analyze other standards for management systems that have been developed, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS18001, quality control, occupational health hazards and environmental impact. These standards, although not specific to the marine industry, provides useful guidelines that can be used in mar ine management and operation of ships to further enhance management systems focused on safe operating practices and pollution prevention. One of the general principles of integrated management systems built by the ISM Code.